What to do with pools when rain's on way

•The No. 1 rule: Do not empty your pool. Sufficient water levels provide weight to hold a pool in place when heavy rains raise the local water table, according to the Florida Swimming Pool Association. Otherwise, the storm could cause the pool to pop out of the ground and crack tiles.

•Experts recommend lowering the level by one to two feet.

•Shut down the pump and motor, at the breaker box if possible, and cover them with plastic to prevent them from being drenched.